Health

Health
Is it too soon for seasonal allergies? We asked an expert
Dr. Niladri Aichbhaumik, from St. Paul Allergy and Asthma, told MPR News host Cathy Wurzer mold might be the culprit behind some people’s suspicious sniffles.
Running for health and community
Running is good for your physical and mental health. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how to get into the habit with two runners, including the founder of Black Men Run Twin Cities.
Aging in place: What it really takes to live at home as you get older
MPR News guest host Kelly Gordon and her guests discuss the pros and cons of aging in place, what to plan for and the conversations we should be having when it comes to taking care of a loved one as they get older.
Eating disorders remain a hidden struggle in performing arts
Body image pressures in the entertainment industry contribute to the prevalence of eating disorders, while organizations like the Emily Program work to expand awareness and treatment access for diverse groups.
RFK Jr. canceled flu vaccine meetings. What does that mean for fall shots?
Epidemiologist Michael Osterholm, the head of the University of Minnesota Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer to talk about the implications of axing the meeting.
As the Texas outbreak grows, how contagious is measles, really?
Vaccination eliminated measles from the U.S. 25 years ago. But it can still spread in pockets where vaccination rates are low, like the west Texas county with a current outbreak. Here’s how fast.
Bois Forte Band of Chippewa set to open cannabis dispensary on tribal land in northern Minnesota
A tribal nation in the far north part of the state is set to open its first cannabis dispensary. Bois Forte will be the sixth tribal nation in the state to open a cannabis dispensary.